RTA announces extended Dubai Metro timings from November 16 to 17

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has extended operating hours from 5am on Saturday, November 16 to 2am on Sunday, November 17.

This extended timings is to accommodate individuals who will be attending the Emirates Loves India Day event.

The UAE will be joining the Indian community’s celebration of the Festival of Lights ‘Diwali’ with a in Dubai on Saturday, 16 November.

The celebrations, anticipated to attract 40,000 people, will showcase the diversity of Indian culture through a vibrant array of cultural, artistic, musical, and folkloric activities, including a special segment honouring the outstanding achievements of Indians in the UAE.

It will showcase the harmony and diversity of Indian folklore, culture, and art.

have been lined up with Badshah, Jonita Gandhi and Indie Rock band Avial set to perform.

The event is set to commence at 11am and will run till 11pm.

Meanwhile, RTA also announced that parking spots will be available around Zabeel Park from 11am to 12am on Saturday, November 16.

In addition, free shuttle buses will also be available from the parking lots at Al Wasl Football Club and at Boom Village to and from the event location.